With a wide variety of housing options from Arts & Crafts bungalows along beautiful tree lined streets to new subdivisions with larger floorplans, South OKC offers something for everyone. According to the Oklahoma Association of Realtors, single family home prices begin at $60,000 with the average home price in the second quarter of 2011 priced at $245,665 for a home with 2500 square feet. Gated entries, tree-lined streets, fountains, and sidewalks are just a few of the amenities that make life enjoyable in south Oklahoma City neighborhoods. The casual, friendly atmosphere combined with the comfort and convenience of a first-class urban environment makes family life enjoyable. Housing prices in Oklahoma City are well below the national average and South Oklahoma City offers some of the best real estate values in the metro area. Not only has OKC been ranked number one in most affordable housing market, it has also been awarded the number one spot for home appreciation according to the Office of Federal Housing Oversight. So you get more for your money in South Oklahoma City. South Oklahoma City offers excellent public schools and interstate access. Most areas are within a 30 minute commute to downtown or Tinker Air Force Base. Come discover the possibilities in South Oklahoma City! Once you have purchased a wonderful home, the following numbers and websites for utilities will be helpful. Oklahoma Natural Gas Co (405) 551-6500
Oklahoma City Utilities (405) 297-2833
OGE Energy Corp (405) 553-3000
AT&T of Oklahoma (800) 403-3302
Cox Communications (405) 600-8282
EDUCATION
Education remains a top priority in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas. The MAPS for Kids program, approved by voters in 2001, provided $700 million for schools. Seven new schools were built as a result and 65 schools were renovated. Additionally, policies were put into place that involved improved student achievement, re-established classroom discipline, increased accountability, and academic reforms. Providing the best education and opportunities for your family, Oklahoma City Schools reported scores above the national average on the SAT. Oklahoma students have also seen a significant increase in the ACT test scores. The Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, a school for juniors and seniors with exceptional ability in math and science located in OKC, received the highest composite ACT scores of any high school in the nation twice since 1998. The Southside is home to several excellent public schools as well as career/technology schools. With the metro area being home to 18 colleges and universities as well as two community colleges, higher education options are only a short drive away. There’s no doubt that Oklahoma City is committed to providing the best opportunities for education. Discover the educational opportunities in Living South and see why OKC is listed as one of the “100 Best Communities for Young People” by America’s Promise Alliance. HEALTH & WELLNESS
With more cutting edge technologies, clinical care, research, and alternative therapies, Oklahoma City medical teams rank among the best in the nation. Oklahoma is home to one of the top heart transplant teams in the nation, as well as research centers, a cancer center, and one of the leading eye institutes. When seeking a healthier lifestyle, look no farther than the Oklahoma City area. Oklahomans have focused on getting healthy with a capital improvement package that will build 57 miles of trails for walking, jogging, biking, or skating. Combine that with the 15 miles of mountain biking trails around Lake Stanley Draper and Bluff Creek, and you have a great start to a healthier lifestyle. That is just the beginning! The Oklahoma River provides a world class canoeing and kayaking waterway that extends for seven miles. Then for the skateboard, in-line skating, and BMX freestyle biking enthusiast Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park provides 26,000 square feet of excitement. Weekly farmers markets supply fresh locally grown produce at OSU-OKC, St. Anthony’s, Chesapeake, and other areas around OKC. Conclusion: Oklahoma City area is a great place to live healthy! THINGS TO DO
When the work day is done and it’s time to have fun, South Metro is the place to be! If you are longing for some shopping therapy, a fine meal, or a stroll along the water’s edge, check out the offerings on the Southside! SHOPPING
From shopping malls to antique malls to cute little boutiques, the Southside offers a wide variety of unique items for their customers. DINING
For a romantic evening of fine dining or just a fun family night out, check out all the dining options that the Southside has to offer! Or if you are dining in, the South Metro has many quality markets for all your cooking needs. ATTRACTIONS
From the spectacular sunsets to the fragrant pink blooms of Oklahoma's Redbuds, natural beauty surrounds the citizens of the OKC area. For those who enjoy the outdoors the Southside offers two lakes, two golf courses, swimming pools, and parks. Other attractions a short drive away include museums, the Oklahoma River, Bricktown, and event centers. EMPLOYMENT
Ranked in the top three for lowest unemployment by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for more than two years, Oklahoma City remains a great place to work and live! ENTERTAINMENT/EVENTS
With all the entertainment venues available, the hardest part is deciding which event to attend! So if you delight in the theater, the arts, dancing, big name concerts, or big league sports, OKC Metro area has something for you! FAMILY FRIENDLY
Looking for events for the whole family? We've got those too! Plan your next family outing close to home!
